510(k) · Cleared
ClearedRespironics Reusable Heated Tubing
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Respironics, Inc. · BZE Heater, Breathing System W/Wo Controller (Not Humidifier Or Nebulizer
Cleared on Nov 14, 2014 as substantially equivalent to K110398 (Respironics, Inc., 2011) after a 268-day review. Its family tree reaches back 7 generations to 1995. 2 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Nov 14, 2014
- Review
- 268 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- BZE
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 7 generations to K952292 (1995). 21 ancestors in all, the oldest K850647 (1985). 2 later devices descend from it, 2 citing it directly.
- Root · 7 generations backK952292 Puritan-Bennett Companion Nasal Cpap SystemPuritan Bennett Corp. · 1995
- 6 generations backK961626 Solo Cpap SystemRespironics, Inc. · 1996
- 5 generations backK973161 Cpap Humidifier (HC 200)Fisher & Paykel Electronics, Ltd. · 1998
- 4 generations backK040941 Cpap Humidifier, Model HC234 (and Related Accessories)Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Ltd. · 2004
- 3 generations backK041900 HC604 Cpap HumidifierFisher & Paykel Healthcare, Ltd. · 2004
- 2 generations backK100104 Hybernite Rainout Control SystemPlastiflex Group NV · 2010
- 1 generation backK110398 Respironics Disposable Heated Wire CircuitsRespironics, Inc. · 2011
- This deviceK140424 Respironics Reusable Heated TubingRespironics, Inc. · 2014
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK241268 Thermalite Heated CPAP Tube (CTUBH06H15DS-2, CTUBH15-DS)Exceleron Medical · 2024
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK201418 Sunset Heated CPAP TubeSunset Healthcare Solutions, Inc. · 2021
Most influential descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −7 | K952292 | Puritan-Bennett Companion Nasal Cpap System | Puritan Bennett Corp. | 1995 | — |
| −6 | K961626 | Solo Cpap System | Respironics, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −5 | K973161 | Cpap Humidifier (HC 200) | Fisher & Paykel Electronics, Ltd. | 1998 | — |
| −4 | K040941 | Cpap Humidifier, Model HC234 (and Related Accessories) | Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Ltd. | 2004 | — |
| −3 | K041900 | HC604 Cpap Humidifier | Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Ltd. | 2004 | — |
| −2 | K100104 | Hybernite Rainout Control System | Plastiflex Group NV | 2010 | — |
| −1 | K110398 | Respironics Disposable Heated Wire Circuits | Respironics, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K140424 | Respironics Reusable Heated Tubing | Respironics, Inc. | 2014 | — |
| +1 | K241268 | Thermalite Heated CPAP Tube (CTUBH06H15DS-2, CTUBH15-DS) | Exceleron Medical | 2024 | — |
| +1 | K201418 | Sunset Heated CPAP Tube | Sunset Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 2021 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 |
| 1996 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
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What was it cleared against? (1)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K110398 | Respironics Disposable Heated Wire CircuitsSummary page 4…BZE – Breathing system, heater Product Code Regulation Number 868.5270 Predicate Device(s) Respironics Disposable Heated Wire Circuits (K110398) Intended Use: The Philips Respironics Reusable Heated Tubing is a heated wire breathing tube intended to provide warmed and/o… | 2011 |
What descends from it? (2)
2 later devices cite it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 19 years and passes through 5 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.0 years on median.
- 1 of the 21 ancestors has a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K241268 (Exceleron Medical, 2024) has gone furthest, with 0 descendants of its own.
How does its category compare?
All BZE devicesBZE Heater, Breathing System W/Wo Controller (Not Humidifier Or Nebulizer: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2014, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · BZE
1in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · BZE
241in 2016
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · BZE
No recall names BZE since 2007.
Adverse event reports per year · BZE
193in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code BZE, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | — | 0 | 69 |
| 2008 | 0 | — | 0 | 74 |
| 2009 | 0 | — | 0 | 80 |
| 2010 | 2 | — | 0 | 126 |
| 2011 | 1 | — | 0 | 192 |
| 2012 | 2 | — | 0 | 334 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 0 | 387 |
| 2014 | 1 | — | 0 | 338 |
| 2015 | 1 | — | 0 | 155 |
| 2016 | 5 | 241 | 0 | 214 |
| 2017 | 1 | — | 0 | 209 |
| 2018 | 1 | — | 0 | 103 |
| 2019 | 0 | — | 0 | 134 |
| 2020 | 0 | — | 0 | 123 |
| 2021 | 1 | — | 0 | 124 |
| 2022 | 0 | — | 0 | 152 |
| 2023 | 1 | — | 0 | 125 |
| 2024 | 2 | — | 0 | 172 |
| 2025 | 1 | — | 0 | 193 |
| 2026 | 2 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Philips Respironics Reusable Heated Tubing is a heated wire breathing tube intended to provide warmed and/or humidified breathing gases before they enter a patient's airway. It is indicated for single-patient reuse in the home and multi-patient use in clinical settings, such as hospitals, institutions, sleep laboratories, and sub-acute care facilities. It may be used with non-invasive ventilation for patients weighing over 10 kg (22lbs). It is compatible with the Philips Respironics System One Heated Humidifier and Philips Respironics A-Series System One Heated Humidifier.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K140424 · printed Nov 6, 2026
Cite this page
510(k) Report. “K140424: Respironics Reusable Heated Tubing.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K140424
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026